One of the ways that social entrepreneurs innovate is by adapting existing business models and practices to socially-oriented outcomes. This has resulted in a variety of for-profit, nonprofit, and hybrid business structures that have been used by entrepreneurs to create …
We blogged in a previous post about the nonprofit vs. for-profit decision that social entrepreneurs make as they are starting up their new venture. But even that difficult choice between nonprofit and for-profit is overly simplified. On the spectrum of …
For entrepreneurs, the start-up phase is an exciting but challenging time. For social entrepreneurs, a major decision that needs to be made during this start-up phase is whether to launch as a for-profit or nonprofit (or hybrid in between)? Many …
Clark and Dees have posted their latest profile on the Social Edge, this time highlighting Simpa Networks. Simpa is a fascinating profile – a sophisticated business model, inserted in to a complex ecosystem, a bold mission (to expand clean, safe, …
I attended the Skoll World Forum last week and had a realization. Yes, social entrepreneurs are working constantly to refine their business models, but right now, many are worried about very specific business model challenges. Forming a social business. Creating business models …
Dees and Clark’s next post on the Social Edge is live! The first set of posts will be focused on Start-Ups. We often talk about Social Entrepreneurs’ passion, their stories and their unique ideas. But what happens when they take …
Social entrepreneurs don’t just have to create a business model that works, but that business model must balance financial viability and social impact. It is a difficult challenge and leads social entrepreneurs to constantly refine or redesign their business models …
It’s an exciting time to be part of the emerging impact investment industry. Whether you believe that impact investing is an emerging asset class, or just that we’re witnessing a significant movement of capital by people who are interested in …
